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Free festival at Arch Creek Park in North Miami

If you love the outdoors and spending time in nature then come to Arch Creek Park in North Miami on Saturday, April 4 for their free Meet at the Bridge event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come learn about this nine-acre park off NE 135th St. and Biscayne Blvd. which was built around a …

Duck Fest Derby on Riverwalk with rubber duckies, prizes & entertainment, entry is free

The picturesque New River in Fort Lauderdale is the scene of a lively event featuring thousands of floating rubber ducks and opportunities to win exciting prizes. Duck Fest Derby in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Saturday, April 18, at Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. The event, which supports organizations that …

Free Earth Day event in Plantation

Live entertainment and food trucks are offered for the Earth Day event in Plantation.  Earth Day in Plantation in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, with free entry. The Earth Day fest includes educational booths, kids activity area, and food trucks. A trash to treasure event is featured.  The festival is …

Bluegrass concerts at Greynolds Park

The South Florida Bluegrass Association offers a free bluegrass festival on the first Sunday of the month at Greynolds Park, 18501 NE 22nd Ave., North Miami Beach. While the music is free, park admission is $10 per car, using the app. Take a lawn chair or blanket. Food and drink will be available for purchase, but …

Free Florida Panthers block party, Delray Beach, April 3

Are you ready for a community pep rally with the Stanley Cup Panthers? Then, take the family and party with the Cats! It’s a free treat! Old School Square is hosting a free community block party with live music, games, food trucks and appearances by the Florida Panthers Dance Team and Mascot. Panthers Block Party  …

Chipotle gives away more than $2 million in prizes ahead of National Burrito Day

Who doesn’t love a good challenge? Especially when the prize includes FREE food!  Chipotle is again offering its Burrito Vault game, ahead of National Burrito Day on April 2, 2026. Image: Chipotle Mexican Grill Inspired by the cultural phenomenon of digital word games, Chipotle is again challenging fans to guess the exact order combination, ingredient …

Free Gables Gallery Night on first Fridays

Gables Gallery Night is one of Miami’s longest running first Friday of the month events, spanning nearly four decades now. The evening is a great way to visit the multitude of galleries in the City Beautiful.  Click here to see a list of participating galleries open from 6-10 p.m. While traipsing through Downtown Coral Gables, …

Free: Family Autism Art Workshop, third Sunday, West Palm Beach

Visit the Norton Museum of Art for a free accessible art workshop for the entire family every month. This program will feature interactive time in the gallery and art-making in the classroom, plus all participating staff members are trained to lead programs for people with autism. When: Third Sunday of each month, from 3 to …

Free: First Friday Art Walk & ‘anytime’ Art Trail in Delray Beach

Delray Beach offers a robust arts and entertainment vibe, including the popular self-guided First Friday Art Walk, and the “any time” Art Trail. Both offer public art displays, murals, installations and open galleries, but also a variety of free music and pop-up performances. Start off the New Year in an artful way by attending the …

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